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Thanks SO much for providing the scholarship for my daughter's piano lessons. She really thrived under Jeanette's instruction and learned a lot. Even though I'm a musician, I have not been able to afford many lessons for my own children, so oddly, this was her first experience as a 12 year old taking formal music lessons! I greatly appreciate your kindness and thoughtfulness of children of single moms.
Christmas 2011 Thank You Notes
I wanted to send a note letting you know how wonderful it is for you to support these scholarships. My daughter is 16 and dreams of being an opera singer. While it is an ambitious goal for a young girl, without the help of the wonderful people at Metro Music Makers I wouldn't know how to begin to make this possible. It's not something you can simply do, it is a highly skilled endeavor. She has been so enriched and learned so much from her time with Metro Music Makers. Your donations have made a tremendous impact on my daughter's life and the dreams for her future. I am so thrilled and extremely grateful that she has this opportunity. I wish everyone of you could hear her sing and see the joy on her face when she does. Thank you so much for helping us.
Thank you…for your thoughtful and wonderful gift! Children’s lives are enriched through the arts and music matters to this family! Thank you for being a blessing to us.
Act Together Ministries offers support to families with special needs children. This ministry helps where families really need it. They provide clothing, oil changes, car washes, and family fun. Keep up the great work!
Act Together Ministries have been such a blessing. The help that I have received has been awesome.
Act Together Ministries is such a beacon of hope to families facing challenges and feeling hopeless. I witnessed how Act Together Ministries ministered to a very sick mother who had been in a car accident, an exhausted father and their young daughter. Facing to many bills, work exhaustion and so many other challenges, yet Act Together Ministries cared for them through meals, cleaning, childcare and so many other ways. Providing a glimpse of hope during a difficult time. God Bless this ministry.
Heather is the hardest working, most dedicated servant I know. Her ministry has helped so many children and single moms. Thanks Act Together for all you do.
Act Together Ministries has rolled up its sleeves and gotten its hands dirty in the helping of single moms and children. And not only is it great to serve the Lord thru His people, but its also just fun! Keep up the fight, ATM
There are so many Amazing things that need to be said about Act Together Ministry and Heather Clark, but there is not enough space. I have seen so many children and families helped, supported, loved, and fed physically and spiritually. This ministry has blessed so many in our community and the love of God is felt by so many. Thank you Act Together and Heather for all your hard work and for being the hands and feet of Jesus here on earth.
This is such an amazing ministry to so many families...especially during these difficult economic times. Heather has such an amazing heart for those in need in so many ways. Keep up the great work!!!!!
What a Blessing this ministry is to so many - young and old. As a volunteer it warms my heart to see the smiling faces at the activities. You know you are in God's will when you see the good come from the efforts of many.
Heather and Act Together are wonderful! She really has a heart for children and those in need. Sometimes things in life happen that are out of our control and I'm glad that organizations such as Act Together are there to lend support, whether it be financial or emotional. I know that so many lives have been touched through Act Together and will continue to be through the years.
Act Together is a ministry that truly cares about children and their needs. They are committed to making a difference, one child at a time. They not only just provide necessities, but really try to give the children and their parents tools for changing how things are. God has and will continue to use Act Together in a Big Way!
I can't say enough good things about this ministry. Their care for others in the name of Christ is amazing, and the creative ways that they find to do so is fun to be a part of. This is an organization that dreams big and fully relies on the Lord to get where they're going!
The Tools for School is the secound time that I use act together ministries they are a wonderful group of people and i absolutely love them the helped my family out so much.
Act Together Ministries has truly blessed me and my family. Every year this organization touches my life in ways I cannot explain. Act Together Ministries has blessed me and my son Logan at times when we had no hope for a birthday gift, fun with friends, free clothing, car wash and car clinics, and most especially tools for school. Tools for school is an event that has blessed my family in more ways than one. Prior to the event, we are blessed with a wonderful sermon on Sunday morning, and we feel so welcome at the church. We are also blessed with food, clinical services, fun and games for Logan and so much more. You have even sponsored me through coaching online while searching for employment and have lead me to gainful employment with important tips and coaching on how to obtain and maintain employment. Thank you Act Together Ministries.
This ministry has been a huge blessing for me and my son. I can not say "thank you" enough for the compassion and outreach efforts that I have received from the staff. Thank you again.
Words cannot describe my appreciation for the blessing that your ministry has been to me and my child. I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your compassion and the promptness of your responses. It is reassuring to know that in this day and time, with so many people who are in need that such a generous contribution would be made from the heart. Take care and have an awesome evening.
?The way that The Lord has used (Act Together) is indescribable. I went through a divorce a couple of years ago and they stepped right in. I was a stay at home mother before my ex husband left, I was without a job and having a very hard time. Because of them, my children have had school supplies the past two years, doctor checks, and much more. They've helped me get back on my feet and find a job. God is the leader of their ministry and you can tell by their hearts for all of us!
I want to thank you so very much for the birthday gifts you gave for my daughter’s 5th birthday. She has enjoyed them very much. I wish you could of seen her face when she opened the Barbie walkie talkies. She just loves Barbie. I thank you again it was a great help to me.
I would like to express my gratitude for opening your heart to my family. Your gracious gifts for my baby girl's birthday meant the world to my family. Because of your generosity in sharing your
Thank you so much for the horseback riding scholarship for my special needs son do to therapeutic horse back riding lessons. My son absolutely loves it. What a blessing! My son has become noticeably stronger (even his OT commented on it). He can even ride the horse a bit by himself without anybody holding onto the reins. It has given him self confidence and so much joy. Cindy, Carrie, and Bethany are so nice to my son and really know how to work with him.Thank you so much for the experience! I cannot thank everyone enough for this!
Thank you so much for the wonderful birthday pack you provided for my son's birthday. It was so much more than I expected. The clothes look adorable on him and fit very well. The decorations were used for his class birthday party and goody bags were handed out to all of his friends. It made his birthday so wonderful, plus he absolutely LOVED the CARS theme!!! God Bless you and your family!!!
Thank you so much for the 3 month scholarship to Joe Corleys Karate. They were very professional and very caring towards our son. My son was dying to do karate and he loved every minute of it. He learned so many different kicks and different karate moves. It helped build his self confidence. Thank you Act Together for finding this scholarship for us and thank you to Joe Corley for giving us this scholarship and opportunity!
Thank you so much for all the wonderful gifts you placed in (my daughter’s) birthday pack. It was like opening a bag of girl heaven. I'm not sure which she thought was the most fun, all the pink or the decorations for her room. It was just completely delightful. These gifts made her smile and giggle, which of course made me happy. Thank you for making my daughter's birthday sweet and special. She really is a wonderful girl and helping me bless her means so much. You were a blessing to us.
Thank You Notes From Christmas 2010 This program has been a blessing for my family. Since we joined Act Together(not quite a year ago), my children received Christmas presents last year. I honestly could not afford to give them one gift on my own. I have 3 children 2boys and a girl. My boys were awarded a scholarship to play baseball(something they have always wanted to do)but I couldn't afford. They did exceedingly well. My daughter was given the opportunity to ballet dance(and come out of her shell). It was such a beautiful sight to see. I am an only child, single parent, part time housekeeper, part time student and survivor of domestic violence. I don't have much support due to the circumstances but the help this program has provided for my kids has definitely been a comfort. Thank you so much
Thank you so much. My children had one of the best experiences in their childhood through you providing baseball scholarships. Neither of my children have ever had an opportunity to pursue these activities before, they only had a desire to eventually one day participate. You made one of their dreams come true! They have gained a new level of confidence and hope that they didn’t have before. This scholarship has definitely proven to take a child’s mind off of the hard times and place their mind body and spirit in a more pleasant and hopeful state. We thank God and we hope to pay you back by being productive citizens that are eventually self- sufficient and able to give opportunities like these to the less fortunate. Thank you and Thank you
“Thank you, thank you for (my son’s) birthday package. It was so generous and he was totally surprised. Within minutes they built the Star Wars ship and the robot toy. Miraculously we still have some of the candy left. I don't know how that happened. But anyway, thank you so much to all those who took the time, energy, and resources during this busy holiday season to get such a fantastic bunch of gifts for (my son). He was so happy. I had only been able to get him one game and felt so bad, so your gift was as much for me as for him. Thank you again and God bless.”
"Thank you, Act Together Ministries, and the generous sponsors for giving a hand up, smile, and support for my family. You are truly a ministry that shows everyone the love of Jesus through your actions. It may be a kind word or simple gesture, but it means a great deal."
“I remember your ministry when I was in time of need for my family. I appreciated all that your ministry have provided for my family. I continue to pray and ask God to continue to bless your ministry each day. I would like to know if I can give back to your ministry. “
"(My daughter) starts horseback riding tomorrow and is really excited. Thank you so much for getting the scholarship for her. We looked at the website and it seems like a really nice place. God has been so good to (my daughter); she has and is being carried on God's arm (Is 60). "
I would like to thank you and thank the people who sponsored (my daughter)'s birthday. I stopped by this evening after work and got the birthday pack. (My daughter) was in the car with me and she was really really happy. She loves horses and receiving the presents with horses toys just made her day. Words can not express my gratitude. Thank you so much to the family who sponsored and made my little girl day so special. I am humbled and touched. God bless you for arranging this and God bless the sponsor family for their generosity. From a grateful heart,
“Thank you for helping us to allow our daughter to have a special birthday. She was so pleased with all of the Barbie and Princess themed items. Our girl really felt special for a day, thanks to your generosity. So often, in our family, much attention is given to her brother who has special needs and numerous medical problems. For this day, she was the center of attention. We wouldn’t have
"Thank you soooo soooo much for the wonderful birthday package. It was much more than I would have imagined and blessed me and my family greatly. The girls had a wonderful time and love their new presents. Thank you for being the hands of Christ during this tough time."
"Thank you so much for the birthday pack for (my daughter.) She absolutely loved all of her presents, decorations and all of the goodies that were given to her. We are very grateful. You are helping us give our children a wonderful birthday in these very hard times. God Bless you."
I would like to thank you guys for what you have done. My daughter and I really appreciate each and everyone of you. It means so much to me to know that there is someone out there that's willing to help in a time of need. I pray that the Lord bless you all one hundred fold.
It is such a blessing to know that we are not alone, the ministry in itself has given me hope on those dreary days, that I have sometimes. Know that your work does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do!
“What I have seen God do in and through ACT has been mind blowing and a testimony to the prayer commitment. He is good.”
“I just wanted to give a heartfelt thank you to Act Together Ministries for what (they are) doing in the community. Today's event was a prime example of God's work in action through his people. Thanks so much for all that you do. “
Thank you sooo much for the gifts I picked up yesterday. I wasn't sure what to expect. How blessed I felt to have had the privilege of dealing with you guys. Thanks to you my kids didn't have to be hungry or cold or stand in a line literally a thousand people long just to get Christmas presents. Thanks to you there will still be joy and magic at our house Christmas morning! God bless you for not only the work you do but also the humble quiet spirit you do it with.
“Wow! I’ve never experienced anything like this. This has built my confidence in outreach programs. They really do what they say they will do. The helpers were very nice.”
"I'm looking forward to the (Bible Study), making connections and hopefully developing some friendships. It lonely being a divorced single mom. I am here in Georgia with no family. And being that it is a Bible study with Godly principles for living is even better! I really appreciate Act Together Ministries."
Our children were spoiled this season. They got absolutely wonderful gifts! I can tell the secret Santa's were shopping specifically for each individual child and they were buying gifts with love. I could feel the love and kindness in every gift! My kids were very happy and loved every single gift! Everything was terrific. I wanted to make sure to say thank you :-) . P.S The "Monkey Puppet" and Bolt, the Disney Puppy , in the stocking stuffers, were a HUGE hit also :-)
Dear Friends,
My family and I cannot begin to thank-you enough for organizing the youth group from Panama City to come and help us in the yard June 18. As you saw, the front natural area was terribly overgrown, and the fence was way overdue to be painted. We have a special needs teenager, and it was difficult for us to even keep up the basic yard work, such as mowing and edging. All we were able to do in the front natural area was occasionally pull a few weeds. The team from Panama City worked hard, in blistering heat, to pull out all the ivy, dig up bushes, prune bushes, pull weeds, and just generally help us create a new, low maintenance landscape. While half the team did that, the other half gave the fence a thick coat of new paint. They even took a few breaks and helped out my neighbors with a couple of projects! What a tremendous witness this was to our neighbors, who were blown away that a group of kids would come from Florida and help out a family they didn’t know. After they left, we lay down mulch and planted some new plants. I thought you’d like to see how it looks. Next year, when all the new plants have grown up, we’ll have one of the prettiest yards in the neighborhood- and one that requires much less maintenance! Again, thank-you so much.
A youth group from Forest Park United Methodist Church served with Act Together for a missions project. Summer 2010
"This internship blew all of my expectations out of the water. I grew in my knowledge of at-risk families, of non-profits, of my own skills, and of everything it takes to keep an organization running properly. Most of all, I grew spiritually. With Heather as a mentor and through my involvement with a small group associated with the ministry, my faith has grown immensely. These past few months have proven to be exciting, challenging, frustrating, and simply amazing all at the same time."
“I am sitting here crying now, so grateful that we serve such an Awesome God! I am so thrilled to have learned about ACT, and how you all serve our community. I plan on continuing to serve and participate with you guys. After I received the newsletter yesterday, I forwarded it on to a friend/coworker that knew I'd served with you guys and showed a lot of interest. She then forwarded it on to her "MOPS" group, and got goose bumps this morning when I learned several of them had responded by signing up to serve! Thank you so much for all you do”
“I am so moved by God’s grace in the life of Act Together in the past years! I give Him all the honor and praise. What a joy to be a part of the prayer team for this ministry and to watch God’s hand move right before my very eyes.”
“The overall experience was AMAZING!! Thank you so much for letting us be a part of something so great. I would change nothing. One experience that sticks out in my mind was the intense love some of these mom's have for their special needs children. What a huge blessing it was for us to see that kind of love. Thanks!!”
My daughter really wants to take ballet. She loves dance and is a natural performer when she's on stage. Thank you so much for providing (my daughter) with this opportunity for a ballet scholarship! It will mean so much and will really help to brighten up her life in a big way!
When I first came in the morning, I had the idea that the children would be painting "faces" on the pumpkins - 2 eyes, a nose and a mouth. I was going to do an "example" pumpkin so they would have an idea of what it would look like, because I wanted to make sure that they got it right. Thank goodness I didn't find time to do one - it would have taken away from the beautiful creations that sprung up! There was not a single pumpkin that looked like another, and each one was so creative and uniquely made, just like the artists who made them!
Thank you for this opportunity (for my boys.) We are a single parent household I work part time and I am a part time student. Finances are tight and have been tight for a while. I am a wise spender but I never really made enough money to get us out of poverty so I do the best I can with what I have as I try to keep my dignity at the same time. Sometimes that's a wrestle but nevertheless we thank God for programs like this.
My new acquaintance with Act Together Ministries has reminded me that by simply asking you can provide a way for people to participate in God’s work. When you asked us to be involved with Family Fun Fest there was an immediate “yes” in my spirit knowing that this was a perfect fit for our studio to serve our community. As is often the case we received far more than we gave. When you are involved in the performing arts it is common to have attention drawn to the performer. As a teacher it was so gratifying to see my students focused on others; playing with, listening to, and loving other children. We were able to involve others behind the scene as well. Ballet moms are awesome cupcake bakers!
“We had a wonderful time serving with you all on the 3rd. My family has been so touched by serving they are actually taking it upon themselves to give to others on their own. Its amazing to watch! We are looking forward to all the serve opportunities to come.”
"I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for donating the birthday package for my daughter. Every time Christmas or birthday comes around i worry about not being able to give her anything. Yall blessed me with being able to give her gifts "from Mommy". God Bless you"
I am very appreciative of the fact that my children get to enjoy and express themselves through dance. They are so happy and looking forward to starting tomorrow.
I am so grateful for friends like you that we don't even know, but that are willing to reach out to help a single mom and her children. My daughter loved the boots and the calendar. She is a sweet 11 year old now, with a heart for the Lord .... if you could keep her protection in your prayers it would be awesome.
I can’t tell you how grateful I am. The sweats that have (my son)’s name on them just made me want to cry. He kept saying, “VeggieTales-Hercules, VeggieTales-Hercules!” Whoever gave these gifts put so much love into them, like it was their own child. He is still running around right now making his own quirky delighted, happy noises. In fact, he just ran by and said, “DISNEY DVD!” Please tell this family that sponsored him thank you for making this such a special day for him and for being so very generous. God Bless You,
You all certainly keep busy, and we sincerely appreciate all that you are doing for our community and families in need.
Oh my goodness, how did you know she needed a bed? Did I put that on my list or something? [My daughter] has been sleeping on a futon for a long while now. Thank you, I really appreciate the good news today (lots and lots of tears of joy).
Dear Sponsor Family,
I have two boys that LOVE to play baseball. I took them to their first Braves game this summer and we have gone to the park to try to hit balls. Sadly, I do not really know how to throw, which makes it extremely difficult for them to hit anything. Yet they still want to play and keep asking to go to the park. They have been talking about the game all summer long and asking when they will be able to play. They show everyone the signed ball we got at the stadium. Thank you so much for the baseball scholarships.
Christmas Thank You! Thank You for taking time out of your lives to think of my children. They were so happy with their gifts and it made my day. I was not in the Christmas mood this year and your generosity had me in high spirits. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. I wish you many blessings and Happy New Year to you and your family.
I would like to take the time out to say thank you to you and the family that sponsored my children. Their face faces lit up on Christmas morning when they saw all the wonder full gifts that were given to them. I explained to my children that the gifts were from Jesus and that we should be very great full to share his birthday with him. I can not explain how much it means to me that my family was chosen and was cared for in hits time of need that a lot of families are going through. I pray for the family that that cared enough for use I wish them the best for the new year. I pray for you as well Heather for being a part of something, that has so much meaning to those that has so little.
Thank you all for thinking about me and my girls during this holiday season. Your gifts definitely made the holidays merrier for my family and for that we will be forever grateful. I hope everyone had a great holiday! To the generous brothers and sisters in Christ who showered my children in love this Christmas… Thank you! Please pass on to the family who helped with our Christmas gifts that we are so very grateful and also so thankful for you and your ministry!!! The kids especially loved the game and (my daughter) loved her special socks.
Thank you and your organization for helping my family out this year for Christmas!!! The boys had a wonderful time!!!! When (my son) opened his present he nearly had a fit when he saw the V-Tech, not to mention he is a clothes person as well!!! He was bouncing from room to room!!!!! (my middle son) was so excited that he got some new Christmas pajama's... He put them on immediately and spend the whole day with them on... All he kept saying was mommy these are sooooooooooo soooooooft(he is the comedian of the family) The baby saw books and lost his mind.. LOL Every night he wants to read a story TO ME!!!! (Bless his heart he can't even spell cat yet). And as for (my oldest) the head of the family, all he wanted to do was go outside and play football and basket... (He sleeps with the football, Although I do try to put it on the floor next to him instead of his bed, once he falls asleep)... My Boys had a wonderful Christmas!!!!!!! Thank you so much!!! Words can not express how grateful I am that Lord blessed me and my family with such a great, loving and caring organization!!!!!!! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!!!!!
I just wanted to take a minute to tell you all thank you very much. Christmas was wonderful! My children were so excited to see the things they had asked for. We have never used any sort of help like this so they generally just get little dollar store items, which are fine and they appreciate them, but it was so cool to see their faces light up when they got what they actually wanted. More than they're thanks, I want to give my own. Not only did you give to children who you'll never know, you gave so sweetly. I came in to pick up the gifts and didn't feel horrible about having to come. You were all so kind. The tags were left blank for me to write my name or signed by Santa, which I thought was wonderful. It is great for them to know strangers care but it was so nice for them to think mom could do for them! I was so excited. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart for caring so much, not only about whether a few kids had Christmas gifts but also for allowing the parents to still feel like parents. It was the greatest gift I could have received this year. God bless you all!
Thank-you so much for the joy you brought to our family this Christmas. My girls are so precious to me. I was so touched when I picked up the gifts and cried when I saw the bike for my oldest. Christmas morning was a truly blessed event thanks to you. I still have you all in my prayers.
You made such a difference in how my daughter felt about giving her son Christmas and the non judgmental way you spoke with her when she called went such a long way for her self esteem and their Christmas. She even called and was reading from the Bible you included in the package. It's been a long time since she mentioned reading her Bible to me. |
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